# Kevin O Leary on The No Agenda Show Kevin O Leary comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2015 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** September 2015 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Kevin O'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [Disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [Miss America](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-america.md), [Abc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc.md), [Algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), [Bank Bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-bailout.md), [Binance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binance.md), [Bob Iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Cobol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobol.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Nvidia Acquisition of Hugging Face, China Psyops - **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-27 - **Time:** 2:14:03–2:17:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/nvidia-acquisition-of-hugging-face-china-psyops.md Nvidia has announced the acquisition of Hugging Face, potentially consolidating its control over the AI "full stack." The hosts debunk theories that China is behind the anti-data center movement in the U.S., characterizing the claims as midterm political maneuvering. Keywords: [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [hugging face](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hugging-face.md), [gpus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gpus.md), [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md) ### Utah Data Center, Kevin O'Leary's 40,000-Acre Project - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 59:08–1:03:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/utah-data-center-kevin-o-leary-s-40-000-acre-project.md Investor Kevin O'Leary is reportedly behind a massive 40,000-acre data center project in Utah, which is roughly twice the size of Manhattan. Critics and local activists have raised concerns about the project's massive electricity requirements and its potential for mass surveillance. The facility would be significantly larger than the existing NSA data center in the same state. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), [data center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-center.md), [manhattan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manhattan.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), land use ### Kevin O'Leary Advocates for 400% China Tariffs - **Episode:** [1754: Yippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-10 - **Time:** 1:00:40–1:04:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy/chapter/kevin-o-leary-advocates-for-400-china-tariffs.md "Shark Tank" star Kevin O'Leary called for 400% tariffs on Chinese goods, arguing that China has cheated on WTO rules and stolen American intellectual property for decades. O'Leary claims that because the US controls 39% of global consumables, it has the leverage to "squeeze Chinese heads into the wall" to force fair trade. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [shark tank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shark-tank.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), [wto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wto.md) ### Kevin O'Leary, COBOL, and FAA Technology - **Episode:** [1740: DOGE-CAM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-20 - **Time:** 42:34–45:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam/chapter/kevin-o-leary-cobol-and-faa-technology.md Kevin O'Leary discusses applying private equity "slashing" tactics to government agencies. He specifically targets the FAA, claiming the agency relies on outdated COBOL code from the 1960s that requires significant capital expenditure for modernization. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [cobol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobol.md), [private equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-equity.md), technology upgrade ### Kevin O'Leary, TikTok Acquisition, and Short-Form Video Economy - **Episode:** [1729: Algo Chasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-12 - **Time:** 1:35:44–1:41:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers/chapter/kevin-o-leary-tiktok-acquisition-and-short-form-video-economy.md Investor Kevin O'Leary, known as "Mr. Wonderful," announces a joint bid with Frank McCourt to purchase TikTok for $20 billion. O'Leary states they intend to "Americanize" the platform and rewrite the algorithm to remove perceived Chinese spyware. Adam Curry argues that the U.S. should dominate the short-form video market by exporting "influencer culture" and "bubblegum pop" rather than shutting down platforms. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), frank mccourt, [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), short-form video ### Bank Bailouts, Kevin O'Leary on Nationalization - **Episode:** [1538: FedNow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-16 - **Time:** 2:04:47–2:11:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow/chapter/bank-bailouts-kevin-o-leary-on-nationalization.md Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary criticized the FDIC's decision to guarantee all deposits at Silicon Valley Bank, arguing it effectively nationalizes the American banking system. He suggests this creates a moral hazard by encouraging bank managers to take excessive risks, knowing the government will backstop depositors. The discussion clarifies that while the bank's management was wiped out, the unlimited deposit guarantee is a significant policy shift. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [fdic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fdic.md), [bank bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-bailout.md), [nationalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nationalization.md), [moral hazard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moral-hazard.md) ### Kevin O'Leary, FTX Collapse, and Bob Iger - **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-18 - **Time:** 1:27:54–1:32:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/kevin-o-leary-ftx-collapse-and-bob-iger.md Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary discussed the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange, admitting that institutional investors failed in their due diligence. A notable moment in the interview involved a mention of Disney CEO Bob Iger being involved in a potential deal just before FTX imploded. Iger's abrupt return to Disney is speculated to be linked to these financial shifts. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [ftx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftx.md), [sam bankman-fried](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-bankman-fried.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md) ### Nouriel Roubini Criticizes Crypto Ecosystem at G20 - **Episode:** [1504: Value Chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1504-value-chain.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-17 - **Time:** 15:51–18:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1504-value-chain/chapter/nouriel-roubini-criticizes-crypto-ecosystem-at-g20.md Economist Nouriel Roubini, known as "Dr. Doom," delivered a scathing critique of the cryptocurrency industry at a conference in Bali. Roubini labeled the ecosystem as corrupt and populated by "conmen" and "carnival barkers," specifically targeting Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). He also criticized Kevin O'Leary for his role as a paid spokesperson for FTX. Keywords: nouriel roubini, [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [binance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binance.md), [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md) ### Miss America 2016 Q&A and Political Bias - **Episode:** [757: Dairy Air](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air.md) - **Published:** 2015-09-17 - **Time:** 1:30:25–1:33:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air/chapter/miss-america-2016-q-a-and-political-bias.md The Miss America 2016 pageant featured a Q&A segment with heavily political questions, including one from judge Kevin O'Leary regarding which woman should appear on the $10 bill. Miss Alabama's response criticized Donald Trump's influence on the Republican Party while praising Jeb Bush and Chris Christie. The pageant's broadcast on ABC is noted for its perceived pro-Jeb Bush bias, potentially linked to corporate ties between Disney and the former Florida governor. Keywords: [miss america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-america.md), [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [jeb bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeb-bush.md), [abc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md) ### Miss Colorado Ellen DeGeneres $10 Bill Answer - **Episode:** [757: Dairy Air](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air.md) - **Published:** 2015-09-17 - **Time:** 1:46:20–1:50:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air/chapter/miss-colorado-ellen-degeneres-10-bill-answer.md During the Miss America Q&A, Miss Colorado suggested that comedian Ellen DeGeneres should be the woman featured on the $10 bill. 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